Noticias

Salve a la humilde papa, que impulsó el comercio global.

Agosto 26, 2024

La historia de la papa: Desde humilde alimento andino hasta superestrella global, una interacción de factores políticos, económicos y sociales.

La Dra. Rebecca Earle, profesora en la Universidad de Warwick especializada en historia de la alimentación, ha desentrañado el viaje de casi 500 años de la papa, desde la oscuridad hasta convertirse en un alimento básico global.

La variedad de papas nativas con su nombre (Cortesía: Alcaldía de La Paz)

Agosto 26, 2024

Bolivia: esfuerzos por proteger las variedades nativas

El país Andino es cuna de la papa, sin embargo, la herencia genetica se encuentra en peligro.

Psyllid Peril To Potato Prosperity: Lincoln University Research Saves A Canterbury Crop Crisis

Agosto 26, 2024

How to fight Tomato Potato Psyllids (TPP): Lincoln University Research ends Zebra Chip disease threat in Canterbury

Three years ago, 5% of Canterbury’s potatoes were being lost to a disease which threatened to shut down the industry. Now the pest responsible has been driven off thanks to Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University researchers.

A historic potato plant specimen collected by David Moore from the National Botanic Garden in Glasnevin, Ireland showing disease effects. (Courtesy: NC State University)

Agosto 26, 2024

Study Analyzes Potato-Pathogen 'Arms Race' After Irish Famine

In an examination of the genetic material found in historic potato leaves, North Carolina State University researchers reveal more about the tit-for-tat evolutionary changes occurring in both potato plants and the pathogen that caused the 1840s Irish potato famine.

Yvonne Prüfer, Managing Director of Solanum Vermarktungsgesellschaft

Agosto 26, 2024

The potato: a guarantee for regional food security and prosperity

With a view to the upcoming state elections on September 1, 2024, in Thuringia (Thüringen), the German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) underlines the outstanding importance of the potato as a renewable resource and cornerstone of regional value creation.

Ben Bliven Senior Manufacturing and Operations Manager Fox Solutions

Agosto 25, 2024

Packaging Specialist Fox Solutions onboards Ben Bliven as senior manufacturing and operations manager

Packaging Specialist Fox Solutions has appointed Ben Bliven as the new Senior Manufacturing and Operations Manager.

Over 4,000 visitors flocked to the Potato Demonstration Day, celebrating the new and improved format of the event

Agosto 25, 2024

Potato Demonstration Day 2.0 Attracts Over 4,000 Visitors with Renewed Format

With over 4,000 visitors, the organisation of Potato Demonstration Day looks back with satisfaction on the completely renewed edition of the knowledge and meeting event for the Dutch potato sector.

Agosto 25, 2024

AVR launces the Spirit 9200i potato harvester, the ultimate version of a pioneering machine

The AVR Spirit 9200 potato harvester had already established a new standard for 2-row offset bunker harvester. AVR had improved its well-known Spirit line even further to accommodate the highest segment in potato harvesting.

After a fire burned the Covered Bridge Potato Chips company in March, owner and CEO Ryan Albright turned a warehouse in Woodstock into a make-shift production plant. (Courtesy: CBC)

Agosto 25, 2024

Covered Bridge Potato Chips keeps the snacks coming with makeshift plant

A fire destroyed Hartland company's factory in March, leaving questions about production and jobs. In a large warehouse in Woodstock, the smell of salt and vinegar overtakes anyone who enters its doors.

Mars x Kellanova Snacking is better together

Agosto 25, 2024

Mars to become owner of Pringles, as it acquires Kellanova for USD 35.9 Billion.

Mars, Incorporated has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Kellanova for USD 83.50 per share in cash, with the total deal valued at USD 35.9 billion. It makes Mars owner of brands such as Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Pop-Tarts®, Rice Krispies Treats® and NutriGrain®